Can this workout be done is sections, or is it really meant to be done in one long session?
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Hi Clare - Yes, Anthony is right. I designed it to work both ways. Each section is a mini-stretch for your whole body. But together, you'll find that many of the muscles are hit twice. The reason for that is to wake up the muscle and connect to it on the first round and then go a little deeper the second. So as you do more, it increases with intensity. Also, we have found that folks either do shorter sections more often, or extend the time and do it less frequently. Both work. It really just depends on your body and current state of flexibility.
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I think any workout should be done to what your tolerance and skill level is. If you are sore or tired, do a little less. Feel great, go for it. This video gives instruction that breaks things up. I am 58 so I don't workout at the level I used to. Listen to your body.
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Workout is designed as one continuous session, but I wrote up the sections so I could use it by section, as needed, when time is tight. The full workout is really well crafted and you feel amazing after doing it in full, but I balk at a 1 hr (or whatever it is) stretch routine...
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Well... it's a stretching routine, so no "warm up" is really needed. It is a type of workout in of itself. If you want to do cardio prior to this routine, it's up to you. but, this is a one-hour stretching routine! And, it's a fabulous workout.
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not really sure what to tell you. I'm still quite early in the workout . I'm trying to get the first sequence of the first six moves learned so I can progress to the next sequence. It seems like a good workout and is not very strenuous , at least to start out. He stresses posture in the workout and I think that is good. I can't really say if it is helping my flexibility yet as I have a history of back problems and so far I do not notice any improvement in that respect.
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Anyone can do this. It takes time to learn the moves and keep up with the DVD at first. I actually bought this for my daughter, but I am also full figured and can do it. You have to want to do it and not overdo it. Mind over matter. Hope this helps.
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Hello LindaI personally don't think it's an actual full workout. Stop after 10min more like slow instructional on zumba moves. I personally didn't like it.
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I believe it is based on 3 or 4 workouts per week. But it doesn't limit you. You can go back and do a session over or continue. I enjoy them and recommend them. Easy to follow and great progressive structure.
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They vary but nothing is less than 1 hour. Resistance days are 1 hour full of a cardio warmup, a little stretching, Lifting then a cool down with some more stretching. Then after that you do a 16 minute ab workout this is done 3x on most weaks so that is 75 minutes or so. The Plyometric, X Stretch and Kenpo those are about 1 hour each. Yoga X is the longest that is 90 minutes and actually really tough. Core Synergistics which actually may be my favorite workout takes around 1 hour maybe a little more I can't remember at the moment.
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I have spent a lot of time with the unit and I don't believe you can do both. It is very specific for one activity at a time in playback. Could ask company? Pamphlet is vague and most of what I have learned has been trial and error.
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Yep, in fact that is what I do most of the time. It is a little tricky so you will need to practice before you start your workout but after you get it set up it works great.
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Part of the workout is done standing and part on the floor, but you don't have to repeatedly get up and down. There is a section where you do many pliés and small squats while holding on to the back of a chair. These could be hard on the knees.
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Well, consistency is key. I wouldn't expect anything drastic. After you get over the slight bruising that will occur the first days and keep going there will be results. I could never get to more than 10 minutes or so at a time so I just include it as one part of a diversified routine to keep from getting bored.
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Not separately, if you are wanting to do different levels at the same time. It is a great piece of equipment.
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Yes. These short videos require weights. They are also very high tempo, unlike the older Firm workouts.
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I think it may be something to put into your workout overall. I mean, I do yoga and weight training too. I would not suggest making this your main workout. It is however a great starter!
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I think it could be a good program for a beginner if you pace yourself. Take breaks at set time periods, maybe 30 seconds rest for 30 seconds effort.I would also suggest focusing on doing the exercises with good form even if it means you slow down a little.
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yes, just go easy the first few times - you will be sore...I started by doing 10 sets of 10 reps (100 total)...that may be a little much for some...
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You can preprogram a workout for yourself. I use it on the manual mode so I do set my own resistance and vary it throughout my workout.